Pastrami and Pieous: Mon Dieu!
When I first discovered Pieous out on Highway 290 W [near Nutty Brown] it was their pizza that enthralled me. We became addicted to the bacon and cheese pie and constantly ordered it. That same sourdough starter that co-owner Josh Kaner brought with him from California for the crust is also the basis for their […]
Our Favorite Austin Restaurants Owned and Operated by Women
In the constant furor over whose doing what in the uber hot Austin dining scene, we often forget that there are a boatload of successfully and highly entrepreneurial women who have found their niche in what used to be a business dominated by men. That is, as you will see, is no longer the case. […]
Billie Jean’s Burger Pub Podcast
Billie Jean’s Burger Pub is a hot, new joint at 6501 S. Congress helmed by Miranda and Christie, two veterans of the local Austin food wars. As you will hear, they are quite personable and really buzzed about their new place. I really like these ladies and what’s more, I truly enjoy their food […]
Darryl Wittle to Exit Fleming’s
I recently posted a photo of Fleming’s longtime owner/partner Darryl Wittle on Facebook and Instagram discussing his unique ability to make a chain restaurant feel like a family-owned spot. And then, ironically, I got a call from him this morning. The message: his current five-year contract (about to expire) would NOT be renewed. Wittle is […]
Good Lunch at Goodnight!
Had a stellar lunch at Goodnight on W Anderson yesterday. While Goodnight, partly because of its name, may have a perception as a nighttime destination, it should not be overlooked for lunch. I started with some wonderfully tasty deviled eggs and had a Patty Melt that was moist and crispy; the dash of Sriracha just […]
Four Restaurants You Must Try Now
There are some terrific restaurants around Austin that are kind of flying under the serious foodie radar scopes thus far. The purpose of this article is to let you know about these little gems before the rest of the vast majority Austin cognoscenti catch on. So don’t wait till next week or next month: go […]
Fukumoto Opens at 514 Medina
I have been following the progress of yet another Musashino alumnus ( a la Tyson Cole) and waiting for my old pal Kazu to open his new place. Well, that occurred last weekend and Fukumoto is off and running with an izakaya concept in the Corazon building. Kazu was always the first face I saw […]
Some Great Dining Suggestions in Georgetown
There are two restaurants in Georgetown that you need to try. First my old friend Donnie Damuth [formerly of NoRTH and Trento] has opened George’s on the Town just off I 35 at 708 S. IH 35. Donnie is an experienced and talented restaurateur and he’s put it all together at George’s. I love the […]
14 lb Lobster? CR Surf and Turf in Cedar Park
I never associated CR Surf and Turf in Cedar Park with an abundance of fresh seafood. But if you want Maine lobster, fresh clams (including steamers) king crab, crawfish and more then this neat restaurant on 1431 in Cedar Park is well worth a visit. Oh and don’t forget the soft shell crab (which are […]
This Week’s Podcast: Cesar Navarri of il Forte
Il Forte is a charming little Italian restaurant on 8th between Brazos and Congress. It is run by an ingratiating Italian gentleman named Cesar Navarri. He and his wife Renata along with chef Giovanni have created quite a restaurant: enough for them to make our recent Top Ten List of best new Austin places. […]
